In Berlin, a 40-year-old doctor has been charged with 15 counts of murder for allegedly administering lethal amounts of medication to palliative patients under his care. The doctor, who has been in custody since August 2024, is also facing a lifelong professional ban. He is accused of administering an anaesthetic and muscle relaxant to patients who were not actively dying and without their knowledge or consent.
Initially, the doctor was suspected of being involved in four deaths last year, which he allegedly tried to cover up by setting fire to the victims’ apartments. However, further investigations have revealed more suspected deaths dating back to 2021, with the possibility of the number increasing. An investigative team is reviewing the doctor’s patient records and planning additional exhumations.
The suspect has not admitted to the charges, and his name has not been released in accordance with German privacy laws. The case has sparked outrage and concern in Germany, as the doctor was active in several states. Prosecutors are working to uncover the full extent of his alleged actions and bring justice to the victims and their families.
